https://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/issue/feedInternational Journal of Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education (IJCRSEE)2023-12-29T10:44:54+01:00Lazar Stošićeditor@ijcrsee.comOpen Journal Systems<p><strong>Serial type:</strong> Journal</p> <p><strong>Format:</strong> Electronic version</p> <p>Starting with Volume 10 Issue 2 2022 IJCRSEE will be published only in the electronic version with eISSN.</p> <p>ISSN 2334-8496 (Online)</p> <p><strong>Web site:</strong> <a href="https://ijcrsee.com/">https://ijcrsee.com</a></p> <p><strong>Editor:</strong> Dr. Lazar Stosic, PhD (Editor-in-Chief)</p> <p><strong>Frequency:</strong> 3 issues per year (April, August and December)</p> <p><strong>Start year:</strong> 2013.</p> <p><strong>The DOI prefix</strong> allotted for IJCRSEE is 10.23947</p> <p><strong>Content type:</strong> Academic/Scholarly</p> <p><strong>Language:</strong> English</p> <p><strong>Key features:</strong> Abstracted and Indexed, Refereed, Peer-reviewed.</p> <p><strong>Status:</strong> Active</p> <p><strong>Keywords: </strong>cognitive, science, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, linguistics, anthropology, education, pedagogy, psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, cognition.</p> <p><strong>Publisher:</strong> The Association for the Development of Science, Engineering and Education, Serbia, <a href="https://urnio.org.rs/">https://urnio.org.rs/</a></p> <p><strong>Co-publisher: </strong></p> <p>- <span class="dropcap" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #4e4d4d; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">U</span><span style="color: #4e4d4d; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">niversity Business Academy</span>, <span class="dropcap" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #4e4d4d; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">F</span><span style="color: #4e4d4d; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">aculty of Economics and Engineering Management in Novi Sad, Serbia - <a href="https://www.fimek.edu.rs/en/">https://www.fimek.edu.rs/en</a>/</span></p> <p><strong>- </strong>Don State Technical University - DSTU, Rostov on Don, Russia - <a href="https://donstu.ru/">https://donstu.ru/</a></p> <p><strong>Licensing History:</strong><br /><img src="https://ijcua.com/public/site/images/editor/CC_By_2020_licnece2.JPG" width="296" height="107" /></p> <p>Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">CC BY</a>) has been used starting with Volume 8 Issue 2 2020, while previous issues of the journal were distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial–NoDerrivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND).</p> <p><img src="https://ijcua.com/public/site/images/editor/ccbyncnd2020mayx32.jpg" alt="" width="84" height="42" /></p> <p>In previous Volumes, till Volume 8 Issue 2 2020, we used Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/">CC-BY-NC-ND </a>.</p> <p>With Volume 11 Issue 3 2023. International Journal of Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education (IJCRSEE) started with APC - <a href="https://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/Article_processing_charge">https://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/Article_processing_charge</a></p> <p><strong>Editorial description:</strong> </p> <p>International Journal of Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education (IJCRSEE) is an international, high quality, peer reviewed open access journal which publishes articles in all areas of cognitive science, perception, natural language understanding, inference, memory processes, learning, problem solving, planning, connectionism, and other areas of interdisciplinary concern related to education, pedagogy and psychology.</p> <p>The main objective of the Journal is to discuss global prospects and innovations concerning major issues of cognitive science, to publish new scientific results of cognitive science research, including the studies of cognitive processes, emotions, perception, memory, thinking, problem solving, planning, education and teaching, language and consciousness study, the results of studying man’s cognitive development and the formation of basic cognitive skills in everyday life. The Journal seeks to stimulate the initiation of new research and ideas in cognitive science for the purpose of integration and interaction of international specialists in the development of cognitive science as interdisciplinary knowledge.</p> <p>IJCRSEE particularly welcomes articles on the results of scientific research in various fields of cognitive science (psychology, artificial intelligence, linguistics, philosophy and neuroscience) catering for international and multidisciplinary audience. Readers include those in cognitive psychology, special education, education, adult education, educational psychology, school psychology, speech and language, and public policy.</p> <p>Highest priority is given to research reports that are specifically written for a multidisciplinary audience. The audience is primarily researchers in cognitive science and its associated fields, including anthropologists, education researchers, psychologists, philosophers, linguists, computer scientists, neuroscientists, and roboticists. The journal specializes in extensive articles that have a major impact on cognitive theory and provide new theoretical advances in cognitive research in education.</p> <p>International Journal of Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education (IJCRSEE<strong>) is currently the only journal</strong> which focuses on the investigation of cognitive research in many areas primarily in education.</p>https://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2852Editorial2023-12-24T19:19:06+01:00Lazar Stošićeditor@ijcrsee.com<p>Editorial</p>2023-12-24T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Lazar Stošićhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2694Factors Affecting Student Engagement in Psychology Undergraduates Studying Online Statistics Courses in Indonesia2023-12-21T10:37:11+01:00Astri Setiamurtisetiamurti.astri@gmail.comRose Mini Agoes Salimromy.prianto@gmail.comMaridha Normawatimaridha.normawati@gmail.comAtikah Ainun Mufidahtikahainun@gmail.comFrieda Maryam Mangunsongfriemangun@gmail.comShahnaz Safitrishahnazsafitri@ui.ac.id<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This study aimed to assess the influence of students’ intrapersonal factors, namely Academic Intrinsic Motivation (AIM), Perceived Creativity Fostering Teacher Behavior (P-CFTB), Academic Self-Efficacy (ASE), and Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) on student engagement in undergraduate psychology students taking online Statistics courses. A cross-sectional and quantitative design was used from October to December 2022. The data collection procedure used a convenience sampling technique, with questionnaires distributed online (via social media) and offline (via lecturers, the Student Executive Board, and the Association of the Faculty of Psychology from various universities in Indonesia). The research participants were psychology undergraduates who had studied and passed the Statistics courses online, with 671 filling out the questionnaire. The results showed that all students’ intrapersonal factors, namely AIM, P-CFTB, ASE, and SRL, can determine student engagement by 66.9%, with ASE having the highest influence (23.99%) and P-CFTB having the lowest impact (9.78%). Moreover, the correlation value between SRL and SE was r = 0.700, p < 0.001, signifying a robust positive relationship between both variables. <br /></span></p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Astri Setiamurti, Rose Mini Agoes Salim, Maridha Normawati, Atikah Ainun Mufidah, Frieda Maryam Mangunsong, Shahnaz Safitrihttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2504Investigation of the Relationship Between Orientation Discrimination Thresholds, Autistic, and Schizotypal Personality Traits2023-12-29T10:44:54+01:00Abdullah Bin DawoodAaldawood1@ksu.edu.saAbigail Dickinsonabbydickinson317@gmail.comMyles Jonesm.jones@sheffield.ac.uk<p style="font-weight: 400;">Imbalances in cortical excitation and inhibition (E-I) have been implicated in both autism spectrum conditions (ASC) and schizophrenia spectrum conditions (SSC). However, most studies investigate these clinical conditions independently, possibly due to the difficulty of obtaining comorbid clinical populations. As such, the current study investigated the relationship between performance in the orientation discrimination task “ODT” as a potential proxy for E-I balance and the autistic (as assessed by Autism Spectrum Quotient “AQ”) and schizotypal personality traits (as assessed by Schizotypal Personality Questionnaire-Brief “SPQ-BR”) in the general population. 87 healthy adult volunteers participated in the study. We found that high autistic personality traits are associated with enhanced performance in the oblique condition of ODT. In contrast, high schizotypal personality traits are associated with poor performance in the vertical condition of ODT. Such associations support the suggested disruption of cortical E-I balance in ASC and SSC. </p>2023-12-28T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Abdullah Bin Dawood, Myles Jones, Abigail Dickinsonhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2719Using Students’ Digital Written Text in Moroccan Dialect For The Detection of Student Personality Factors 2023-12-21T10:36:42+01:00Nisserine El Bahrinisserine.elbahri@etu.uae.ac.maZakaria Itahriouanitahriouan@upf.ac.maAnouar Abtoyanouar.abtoy@uae.maSamir Brahim Belhaouarisbelhaouari@hbku.edu.qa<p>In the contemporary digital era, social media platforms have a big influence on students’ lives. They use these platforms for self-expression, opinion sharing, and experience reporting (writing or sharing videos or photos about personal experiences) in addition to social interaction. Education professionals and academics may get valuable insights into students’ thoughts, sentiments, interests, academic success, and even personalities by studying their writing on social media. We can improve our teaching, enhance students’ social and emotional development, and create a more engaging learning environment if we have a better knowledge of the student. The purpose of this study is to ascertain whether or not students interact with classmates and other participants in learning platforms in a way that accurately represents their personalities. Data from a sample of students at Abdelmalek Essaadi University of Tetouan were collected from various social media learning environments for the experimental investigation presented in this work, and Symanto AI-based personality tool was used to assess the data. The Big Five Questionnaire was then utilized to assess the personalities of the same students, and the findings were compared to the personality traits discovered by the AI-based approach. The study has shown that the AI based tool has correctly predicted the personality traits of 7 students out of 10 with a correlation of about 0,9 which means that social media-based learning environments can be used by institutions to understand the personality of the student. This paper also gives recommendations about data for obtaining good quality in personality prediction.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 nisserine el bahri, zakaria itahriouan, anouar abtoy, samir brahim belhaouarihttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2689Problem Solving and Decision-Making Skills for ESD: A Bibliometric Analysis2023-12-21T10:37:38+01:00Mujib Ubaidillahmujibubaidillah@students.unnes.ac.idPutut Marwotopmarwoto@mail.unnes.ac.idWiyanto Wiyantowiyanto@mail.unnes.ac.idBambang Subalibambangfisika@mail.unnes.ac.id<p>Problem-solving and decision-making skills are essential for individuals across various fields. These skills emphasize the importance of preparing a generation capable of solving problems and making informed decisions. Therefore, this study aimed to learn the publication trends related to problem-solving and decision-making skills for ESD (Education for Sustainable Development) from 2013 to 2022 through Bibliometric analysis. In line with the analysis, a VOSviewer software was used to graphically analyze the obtained bibliographic data. A total of 1519 documents were also analytically acquired from the Scopus database. The results showed a fluctuating trend in the number of publications, with the Journal of Chemical Education and Social Sciences being the highest contributor and the most prevalent field of study at 147 and 689 documents, respectively. The United States was also ranked first in the documents emphasizing problem-solving and decision-making skills, at 512 documents. Moreover, the University of Toronto was the most prolific affiliation, contributing the most publications at 17 documents. The representatives from Indonesia were also grouped into two institutions in the global top twenty affiliates, namely (1) the Indonesian University of Education and (2) the State University of Malang. In line with the results, 159 study experts from Indonesia contributed to the analyzed theme, as the top author originated from the United States having 7 documents. The top document excerpts were also published 240 times in the journal Expert Systems with Applications. The trend of the study visualization subsequently produced 9 clusters, problem-solving and decision-making skills, human, psychology, clinical competencies, education, curriculum, support systems, creativity, and content analysis. These results were helpful to relevant experts, regarding the analytical trend in problem-solving and decision-making skills, recommending directions for future analyses.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Mujib Ubaidillah, Putut Marwoto, Wiyanto, Bambang Subalihttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2693Factors Influencing Students’ Dropout Intentions in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam2023-12-21T10:37:25+01:00Cam Binh Maimaicambinh2002@gmail.comNha Ghi Trantrannhaghi@iuh.edu.vnNgoc Hien Nguyennguyenngochien.qn@iuh.edu.vnThi Trang Nhung Nguyentrangnhunghk2002@gmail.comNgoc Pham Hoang Baonguyettieungoc2002@gmail.com<p>The increasing number of students intending to drop out of universities in Vietnam has raised concerns. While previous studies have addressed factors influencing dropout intentions, several aspects still need to be explored, particularly in developing countries like Vietnam. This research provides an overview of the factors influencing students’ dropout intention in Ho Chi Minh City. The study employs the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach with a survey sample of 804 students from universities in Ho Chi Minh City. The research findings reveal that factors such as Lack of university commitment (LUC), degree and course commitment (DCC), ineffective time management (ITM), curriculum design (CD), Ineffective adaptation to learning environment (IALE), low classroom participation (LCP) and personal circumstances (PC) significantly influence students’ dropout intentions. Additionally, factors including skills and attitudes of instructors (SAI), instructor support (IS), positive instructor feedback (PIF), university facilities (UF), cultural and social environment (CSE), and access to support from academic advisors (ASA) do not show statistically significant relationships with students’ dropout intention. Furthermore, the study finds no significant differences in dropout intention based on gender, area, and type of university, except for ASA has a differential impact on students’ dropout intentions based on the type of university. The research results provide valuable insights for researchers and educational experts to understand better the factors contributing to students’ dropout intentions. Moreover, the findings assist educational managers and instructors in developing appropriate support measures and interventions to enhance student engagement throughout their academic journey. Finally, the study discusses limitations and suggests future research directions.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Cam Binh Mai, Nha Ghi Tran, Ngoc Hien Nguyen, Thi Trang Nhung Nguyen, Ngoc Pham Hoang Baohttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2714Predicting Academic Dishonesty Based on Competitive Orientation and Motivation: Do Learning Modes Matter?2023-12-21T10:36:56+01:00Hanif Akhtarhanifakhtar@umm.ac.idRetno Firdiyantiretnofirdiyanti@umm.ac.id<p>Previous studies suggest that competition and motivation are reliable predictors of academic dishonesty. However, little is known about the role of situational factors in predicting academic dishonesty. Some studies have found that online learning is more prone to academic dishonesty, but others have found the opposite. This study focuses on academic dishonesty, how it relates to competitive orientation and motivation, and how that differs in two class modes (online vs offline). This study was conducted in Indonesia during early 2022, transitioning from online learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic to normal-offline learning. A total of 404 university students participated in this study. Most participants (74.2%) reported they cheated more frequently in online than in offline learning. The independent sample t-test indicated that students in the online learning group showed higher academic dishonesty than students in the offline learning group. Latent regression analysis showed that amotivation, hypercompetitive orientation, and learning mode are significant predictors of academic dishonesty. These findings imply that transitioning from offline to online learning during the pandemic negatively affected academic integrity.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Hanif Akhtar, Retno Firdiyantihttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2685Virtual Reality as Anxiety Management Tool2023-12-29T10:44:27+01:00Asya Berberyanaspsy@inbox.ruHermine Berberyanhermpsy@mail.ruIvan Alsina-Jurnetalsinajurnet@gmail.com<p>Virtual Reality technologies have been established as an effective tool for the treatment of a variety of mental health disorders. Despite those positive results, it remains unclear whether these findings can generalize to the healthy population. In the current study, we assessed to what degree a virtual scenario consisting of a tropical beach can be successfully applied for the reduction of state anxiety and negative mood in healthy individuals. The study was performed on 50 volunteers aged 18 to 45 that were individually exposed to virtual reality. Before and after the virtual reality session, the emotional state of the participants was measured through questionnaires. Using linear mixed effect models, we obtained evidence for the effectivity of a single virtual reality session for negative state reduction, namely, we observed a decrease in state anxiety and negative mood. Additionally, a positive mood of participants increased after the session, however, no statistical evidence was obtained. The results confirm our hypothesis that state anxiety and negative mood can be decreased using a low-cost virtual reality device. Based on our findings, we suggest that virtual scenarios can improve the emotional well-being and the quality of life of the general population.</p>2023-12-28T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Asya Berberyan, Hermine Berberyan, Ivan Alsina-Jurnethttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2663Motivation, Intensity and Quality of Educational Activity of Russian Schoolchildren in Online Learning2023-12-29T10:44:42+01:00Alexander V. Dyatlovavdyatlov@yandex.ruVitaly V. Kovalevvitkovalev71@gmail.comDiana N. Chilingarovadiana5554777@rambler.ru<p>The article analyzes the possibility of transitioning a general education school to an online learning format. The indicators are such categories as educational activity, quality of education, intensity of education, learning motives. To achieve this goal, a sociological survey of high school students in Rostov-on-Don (Russia), as well as their parents and school teachers, was conducted. The last two groups of respondents are presented in the status of experts. Based on the analysis of empirical data, the following conclusions were made. More than half of all high school students surveyed (66.6%) expressed their intention to continue the online learning experience they received during the response to the COVID-19 epidemic. However, the conjugations of willingness to study online with the categories “learning motives”, “quality of education”, “intensity of education” showed that the high motivation declared by high school students for the learning process does not correspond to their real behavior in distance lessons. The main motive for choosing online education for high school students is the convenience of this format of education. The survey showed a low degree of significance of other reasons for choosing online education. Preferences for online convenience and the desire to learn asynchronously reflect the unmanifested goal of getting out of the teacher’s control in order to reduce their educational activity. It can be assumed that this is due to the social immaturity of high school students and the lack of understanding by most of them of the value of secondary education. Based on the analyzed data, three approximately equal groups of respondents were identified. In the first group, high school students are focused on the standard school-lesson system with elements of e-learning (40% of respondents). In the second group, the advantages of online learning are articulated, which are associated with convenience and greater resource potential compared to classical learning (35% of respondents). The third group represents the interests of high school students, who are not so much interested in the format of education as the opportunity to get out of the control of the teacher and find themselves in a convenient educational environment to simulate learning activities (25% of respondents). This means that online learning format, the usefulness of which is obvious only if students have a stable cognitive activity, is unacceptable for most high school students.</p>2023-12-28T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Alexander V. Dyatlov, Vitaly V. Kovalev, Diana N. Chilingarovahttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2746Students’ Attitudes About STEM Teaching Case Study From Brčko District of Bosnia and Herzegovina2023-12-21T10:36:28+01:00Edisa Puškaedisapuska@yahoo.comAdis Puškaadispuska@yahoo.comIlija Stojanovićilija.stojanovic1976@gmail.comBranislav Dudićbranislav.dudic@fm.uniba.skJelena Premovićjelena.premovic@gmail.com<p>The knowledge that is based on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics is the basis for the development of any country. Less developed countries lack experts in these areas. Therefore, the ENABLE-BIH project (Enhancing and Advancing Basic Learning and Education in Bosnia and Herzegovina) was introduced in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which aims to improve the situation in the education sector. This study included the Public Institution “Ninth Elementary School” in Brcko District of Bosnia and Herzegovina in which this project was implemented. The study included a total of 125 students from this school. The aim of this study is to examine the difference between attitudes about STEM from the point of view of gender differences and the age of students. After the data were collected, the statements were grouped into appropriate factors using factor analysis. The factor analysis showed that five factors stand out in this research. The results of multiple regression analysis showed that there is no difference between students ‘attitudes regarding gender differences, while there is a difference regarding students’ age. The results of this research showed that the ENABLE-BIH project delivered good results and suggests the importance of implementing similar projects in the future.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Edisa Puška, Adis Puška, Ilija Stojanović, Branislav Dudic, Jelena Premovićhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2759The Impact of the Application of rhe Online Teaching Model on the Development of Digital Competencies of Future Preschool Teachers2023-12-21T10:36:14+01:00Gordana Stepićgstepic@np.ac.rsSonja Veličkovićsvelickovic.sv@gmail.comOlivera Cekić Jovanovićolivera.cekic@pefja.kg.ac.rsAndrijana Miletićandrijana.jakovljevic@yahoo.com<p>In this study, the influence of the application of an online teaching model on the development of digital cometences of future teachers in preschool institutions was examined. The research that this study deals with was carried out on a sample consisting of N=125 students of the 3rd year of basic academic and professional studies in the study program of teacher in preschool institutions. As a research instrument, a five-point Likert-type scale of attitudes was used. The results show that there is a statistically significant difference in the attitudes of future teachers in preschool institutions when it comes to self-assessment of digital competencies before and after the implementation of online classes during the state of emergency in Serbia during the Sars-Cov-2 virus pandemic. The conclusion of the study is that the implementation of online teaching in processing the content of the Methodology of getting to know the environment affects the improvement of the digital competences of future educators when it comes to: 1) creating digital resources; 2) application of digital technologies in immediate educational work; 3) the role of digital technologies in professional development. The results of this research can be used to encourage teachers to step out of the usual pre-pandemic practice and enrich their pedagogical work with combined teaching (hybrid model) where part of the material would be analyzed in person, and part would be analyzed online using web tools, websites and videoconferencing applications.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Gordana Stepić, Sonja Veličković, Olivera Cekić Jovanović, Andrijana Miletićhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2798Outdoor Education: Perspectives of Teachers and Students in the Context of School in Nature as an Innovative Approach in Education 2023-12-21T10:35:58+01:00Dragan S. Cenićdrcenic@gmail.comTatjana Milosavljević Đukićtatjanamdj74@gmail.comAleksandar M. Stojadinovićstojadinovicaleksandar@gmail.comAna D. Spasić Stošićanastosic974@gmail.com<p>This research analyzed the opinions of primary school teachers and students regarding the benefits of outdoor education, using the example of School in Nature, for the organization of educational activities within the instruction process. It explored educational, social, recreational, and ecological aspects, as well as the existing differences in their opinions. The research was conducted on a sample of elementary school teachers and fourth-grade students in the Bor District in the Republic of Serbia. The research involved 223 participants (elementary school teachers N=73, and fourth-grade students N=150). A questionnaire was designed for the purposes of this research to assess the opinions of teachers and students towards the learning environment and the effectiveness of implementing outdoor education in the context of School in Nature. The research results indicate a compliance between teachers’ opinions about the significance of outdoor education, especially through School in Nature, and its benefits to the educational aspect of the teaching process. Students displayed positive attitudes related to social interaction in learning, emphasizing the development of positive social relationships and skills. Differences in opinions between teachers and students regarding the learning environment and the effectiveness of outdoor education in meeting learning objectives represent a significant starting point for better understanding the quality of the teaching process.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Tatjana Milosavljević Đukić, Aleksandar M. Stojadinović, Ana D. Spasić Stošić, Dragan S. Cenićhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2681Enhancing Legally-Based E-Government Services in Education Through Artificial Intelligence2023-12-21T10:37:50+01:00Žaklina Spalevićzspalevic@singidunum.ac.rsJelena Kaljevićjkaljevic@singidunum.ac.rsSlaviša Vučetićslavisa.vucetic@pr.ac.rsPetar Milićpetar.milic@pr.ac.rs<p>Through the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI), governments can automate the analysis of publicly available government datasets. This process aids in the recognition of patterns and the development of a more profound comprehension of various socio-economic factors and empowers governments to base their policy decisions on data, effectively tackling societal issues, and optimizing the allocation of resources. In this paper we present AI’s application in the realm of e-government, with particular emphasis on its potential influence on the advancement of this field through e-government services and their significance for a range of stakeholders. Moreover, we have conducted comprehensive review of existing literature on the subject and the identification of avenues for enhancement along with consideration of legislation as a potent instrument to guide the progression of AI within the sphere of e-government, thereby amplifying its transformative effect. We emphasize the importance of education in area of AI in order to ensure it’s high quality implementation in this and other areas.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Žaklina Spalević, Jelena Kaljević, Slaviša Vučetić, Petar Milićhttps://ijcrsee.com/index.php/ijcrsee/article/view/2757Can AI be Evil: The Criminal Capacities of ANI2023-12-20T08:15:40+01:00Željko Bjelajaczdjbjelajac@gmail.comAleksandar M. Filipovićsasha.filipovic@gmail.comLazar Stošićlazarstosic@yahoo.com<p>Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI) represents a captivating domain within technological advancement, bearing the potential for profound societal transformations. While ANI holds the promise of enhancing various facets of human existence, it concurrently engenders inquiries into its “darker aspects.” This study delves into the challenges associated with ANI’s conceivable manifestation of harm and injustice, a phenomenon devoid of consciousness, intention, or responsibility akin to that of human entities. A pivotal dimension of ANI’s “dark side” pertains to its susceptibility to malevolent utilization. Despite its lack of awareness, ANI serves as a tool for malicious endeavors, encompassing the propagation of disinformation, compromise of security systems, and consequential decision-making. This prompts contemplation on strategies to mitigate these “precise manifestations of malevolence” arising from ANI’s technological progression. Additionally, ANI’s development introduces profound ethical quandaries. Ensuring ANI’s alignment with moral principles while averting scenarios in which it generates decisions conflicting with human morality becomes a pressing concern. This research underscores the imperative for rigorous regulatory frameworks and ethical directives to curtail potential hazards and unscrupulous utilization of ANI. The fundamental objective of this investigation is to advocate for the responsible deployment of ANI in society. A comprehensive understanding of potential risks, complemented by meticulous consideration of ethical dimensions, emerges as an indispensable prerequisite to harmonizing technological advancement with safeguarding societal and individual interests.</p>2023-12-20T00:00:00+01:00Copyright (c) 2023 Željko Bjelajac, Aleksandar M. Filipović, Lazar Stošić